Data (Star Trek) facts for kids
Data (pronounced DAY-tə) is a special character from the American science fiction TV show Star Trek: The Next Generation. He is played by the actor Brent Spiner. Data is a main character in this TV series and also appears in four movies: Star Trek: Generations, Star Trek: First Contact, Star Trek: Insurrection, and Star Trek: Nemesis.
Data is an android, which means he is a robot designed to look and act like a human. He is a very smart and strong member of the Starfleet crew, serving as the Second Officer and Chief Operations Officer aboard the starship USS Enterprise-D.
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Who is Data?
Data was created by a brilliant scientist named Dr. Noonien Soong. He is a unique android, one of the most advanced ever built. Data was designed to have incredible strength, speed, and a super-fast computer brain. He can process information much quicker than any human.
Data's Journey to Understand Humans
Even though Data is very intelligent, he doesn't have emotions like humans do. A big part of his story is his journey to understand human feelings, humor, and art. He often tries to learn about these things by observing his friends and crewmates. He keeps a cat named Spot, plays the violin, and enjoys painting, all to better understand life.
Data's Abilities
Data has many amazing abilities because he is an android.
- He has a perfect memory, meaning he never forgets anything.
- He can perform complex calculations in seconds.
- He is incredibly strong and can survive in environments that would be dangerous for humans.
- He can learn new skills very quickly, from piloting a spaceship to playing a musical instrument.
What is an Android?
An android is a robot that looks like a human. The word "android" comes from Greek words meaning "man" and "form." In science fiction, androids often have advanced artificial intelligence (AI), allowing them to think and learn. Data is a great example of an android who is always learning and trying to become more like a human.
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Actor Brent Spiner portrayed Data in Star Trek: The Next Generation.
See also
In Spanish: Data (Star Trek) para niños
